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Summer hiring slowdown? Nope. While the overall volume of attorney hiring in Florida might be down, I have not seen a slowdown as we enter the summer. What I do see is a slowdown in attorneys considering a lateral move. Many attorneys wait until the fall/winter to consider making a move because it's been programmed into their minds to wait for their year-end bonus before making a move. But when the majority zigs, you need to zag. In the summer, you will have less competition and many firms will match year-end bonuses. If there might be a better opportunity for you, are you really going to let the time of year dictate your happiness? You need to take control of your career, now. 𝗕𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻ᵀᴹ ---------------------------------- For insights into the legal industry, Florida legal market, and mindset, click the 🔔 or follow me at Brian M. Moskowitz #BeUncommon #LegalRecruiter #FloridaLegalRecruiter

Too bad MythBusters is off the air (Jamie and Adam please return my calls) as this so-called "Summer Slowdown" thing just keeps getting debunked! ⭐Congratulations to my rockstar candidate on their verbal acceptance to join one of the Northeast's premier litigation outfits to fill an UNPOSTED need! ☘ Wishing the best of luck to my stellar candidate on their Final Round interview today with a personal favorite national firm- though I don't think luck is needed- as I'm confident that this candidate's experience, passion, and personality will continue to propel them forward to this dream match! If you're looking to get in on the action, help us in turning this Summer Slowdown into a veritable Summer Throwdown, and get ahead of the imminent September hiring rush, let's connect! Corey Vail Sautner, Esq. 908-510-5033 Corey.Sautner@LHH.com #LHH #LHHReruitmentSolutions #ReadyForNext #OpenToWork #OpenToHire #OpenToNetwork #LegalCareers #LegalJobs #LawFirmCareers #LawFirmJobs #AttorneyCareers #AttorneyJobs #LawyerCareers #LawyerJobs #LegalHiring #LawFirmHiring #LateralHiring

Law firms are working at full speed, and hiring can feel like a time drain when you’re wading through hundreds of applications. Especially when most don’t hit the mark. Solution? Get selective right from the start. Define the must-have skills, experiences, and values for the role. Zero in on candidates who are more than just qualified; they’re primed for your firm’s culture. Using skill-matching software and data-driven insights isn’t just efficient—it’s a strategic edge. You’re not just filling a seat; you’re investing in a valuable, lasting fit. Focusing on candidates with the right expertise upfront means you spend less time sorting through mismatches. That’s more time for your team to connect with serious contenders. And those are the hires that stick, thrive, and elevate your firm’s work.

Don’t be afraid to hire people smarter and more talented than yourself.   This is another key thing I've learned as I reflect on our journey of growing our law firm from 2 to 50 staff members over the last 9 years.   I can’t remember who gave me this nugget of wisdom early on – my apologies, if I could remember I would credit you! But this has been an invaluable piece of advice over the years.   Naturally I think we feel threatened by people who know more than we do, or who are smarter than we are.   But as the business has grown, surrounding myself with people who are smarter and more talented than myself has been a huge key to our success.   This applies to my business partners, our team leaders and lawyers, and our incredibly talented support staff.   They all have skills and abilities I don’t have. The really tricky bit is learning to let go; that hasn’t always been easy for someone like myself who likes to control all the little details.   But there is also a huge relief in letting go and realising I don’t have to know everything, or be an expert in everything. I don’t have to stress about everything. I have awesome, smart, talented team members to help bridge the gaps for me.   How about your team, do you think it's important to hire people smarter than yourself? Let me know ⬇️   If you have found these reflections helpful or at least interesting, hit like 👍 and follow, and I might be convinced to write some more 😊 #hiring #businessgrowth #talent #lawfirm

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Before you log off for a long weekend of burgers, beer, and sunshine, set yourself up for an abbreviated next week by grabbing a timeslot for us to chat about your legal job search. Just think of it as preheating the grill so we can start cooking when Tuesday rolls around. My team is working on a number of posted and unposted opportunities for attorneys throughout the Midwest. Litigation, corporate, and IP continue to be the hottest practice areas in Chicago, trailed closely by banking, L&E, and insurance, but other sectors are still moving, too! Starting a job search is tough. How do you find a new firm that shares your values, pays competitively, and specializes in the practice areas you care about? Do you want to know where colleagues who leave your current firm tend to go, or which law firms have historically hired alumni from your alma mater? Enter my team of legal recruiters. We'll help guide your search and present you with firms and opportunities that likely aren't even on your radar. We know the industry, and we know the players. Let us do what we do, at no cost to you. You still get to be the grillmaster, but wouldn't a grilling assistant be nice? stephen.scovil@lhh.com (630) 204-3760 Book a timeslot to chat: https://lnkd.in/gd-nqCsu #legaljobs #hiring #chicagolawyer #legalrecruiting #lawjobs #amlaw

🌶 We had a great LinkedIn discussion about it, so we thought we'd discuss it live to spice things up!! 🌶 Do you really need a JD for legal ops roles, or could we be missing out on other valuable skill sets? In today's legal job market—with hiring freezes and tight budgets—building lean, high-impact legal ops teams is more crucial than ever. This brings us to the question: Should you prioritize hiring legal ops managers with JDs? We're partnering with Legal Operators to host a webinar on October 17th, 2:00 - 3:00 PM ET, where Andrew Krug, Anna Richards, PMP, Luis T. and I will dive deep into:  What matters more in 2024: legal expertise or operational know-how? How teams are balancing JD vs. non-JD hires amidst market constraints Strategies to future-proof your legal department If you're grappling with these challenges or rethinking your next hire, this session is for you. Join us for an open conversation that aims to provide clarity and practical insights. Register here to join the conversation: https://lnkd.in/g-fD55kR #LegalOps #Hiring2024 #FutureOfWork #LegalInnovation #SpotDraft #LegalOperators